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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 26 MIN

Poverty report card; Fighting antisemitism; Chinese EV concerns

from Global National with Dawna Friesen · host Global News

Food Banks Canada is giving the country a failing grade on its 2026 poverty report card, criticizing most provinces and territories for failing to provide enough support to cope with the rising cost of living. Heidi Petracek explains what the report's authors are calling for, as families struggle to get by. Redmond Shannon reports on the obstacles remaining in the way of lasting peace and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Jillian Piper reports on what Prime Minister Mark Carney is doing to try to address antisemitism in Canada. Mike Armstrong looks at the International Cricket Council suspending Cricket Canada's membership and what it means for athletes. Melissa Ridgen reports on the federal government ordering an audit of the Indigenous languages office after several former employees reportedly complained about funds being misspent. Touria Izri reports on the concerns in Canada amping up about Chinese electric vehicles. And hockey is the most popular sport in Edmonton, but the city is also becoming a growing hub for young soccer players across Canada. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Alberta's capital is helping develop Canada's next generation of stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Food Banks Canada is giving the country a failing grade on its 2026 poverty report card, criticizing most provinces and territories for failing to provide enough support to cope with the rising cost of living. Heidi Petracek explains what the report's authors are calling for, as families struggle to get by. Redmond Shannon reports on the obstacles remaining in the way of lasting peace and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Jillian Piper reports on what Prime Minister Mark Carney is doing to try to address antisemitism in Canada. Mike Armstrong looks at the International Cricket Council suspending Cricket Canada's membership and what it means for athletes. Melissa Ridgen reports on the federal government ordering an audit of the Indigenous languages office after several former employees reportedly complained about funds being misspent. Touria Izri reports on the concerns in Canada amping up about Chinese electric vehicles. And hockey is the most popular sport in Edmonton, but the city is also becoming a growing hub for young soccer players across Canada. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Alberta's capital is helping develop Canada's next generation of stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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